Peachtree Audio nova65SE nova125SE nova220SE User manual

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Read these instructions – All the safety and operating instructions should be read

before this product is operated.

Keep these instructions – The safety and operating instructions should be retained for

future reference.

Heed all warnings – All warnings on the appliance and in the operating instructions

should be adhered to.

Follow all instructions.

Do not use this apparatus near water – The appliance should not be used near

water or moisture – for example, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool,

and the like.

Clean only with dry cloth.

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instructions.

Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other

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Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding plug. A polarized plug has two

blades with one wider than the other. A grounding plug has two blades and a third grounding

prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the provided plug

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Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at the plugs,

convenience receptacles, and at the point where they exit from the apparatus.

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or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the

cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

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damaged in any way such as the power cord or plug is damaged. Other damage may occur

if liquid or objects have been dropped or spilled into the apparatus. Dropping the apparatus,

exposure to rain, and excessive moisture may cause additional damage.

Please keep the unit in a good ventilation environment.

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reduce the risk of electric shock, do not perform any servicing other than that contained in the

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with liquids, such as vases, shall not be placed on apparatus.

WARNING: The mains plug/appliance coupler is used as disconnect device, the disconnect

device shall remain readily operable.

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CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

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to alert the user to the presence of non-insulated “dangerous voltage” within the

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shock.

WARNING

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The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to

the presence of important operating and maintenance instructions in the literature

accompanying the appliance.

No naked flame sources, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the

apparatus.

Batteries are included for the remote control. Do not expose these batteries to

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battery disposal as they include toxic materials that may harm the environment.

Please refer to your local recycling and hazardous waste center for advise with

battery disposal.

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to constitute a risk of electric shock. The external wiring connected to the terminals

requires installation by an instructed person or the use of ready- made insulated

leads or cords.

Correct disposal of this product. This marking indicates that this product

should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout the EU.

To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from

uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable

reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and

collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased. They

can take this product for environmentally safe recycling.

Unpacking and Warranty

Keep all packing materials for future shipments.

Keep a record of your bill of sale and a copy of the serial number for warranty and

insurance purposes.

You may register your product on our website: www.peachtreeaudio.com.

Introduction

Back Panel

Front Panel

Remote Control

Useful Tips and More...

Troubleshooting

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At Peachtree Audio we design products that utilize a unique combination

of analog and digital technologies that work together to provide a compelling

music listening experience. The nova

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combines a high performance,

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with built-in tube buffer, a high-quality headphone amplifier and a strong,

yet flexible, power amplifier that is capable of driving virtually any loud-

speaker with ease and authority.

All types of sources will sound great when played through the nova

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.

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Connect or Apple TV, you will realize the full sound quality of these devices.

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back through a high performance DAC like the one built into the nova

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.

   

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

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will allow it to serve as the

centerpiece of your high performance music reproduction system.

This manual is a intended as a guide to the functions of your nova

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. It

explains how to connect sources and loudspeakers, how to use the

product and also offers tips on getting the best performance from your

system. We sincerely hope the nova

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provides you with many years of

music listening enjoyment.

Please visit our website at www.peachtreeaudio.com for the latest tips

on getting the best sound quality from the music stored or streamed from

your computer and from all of your sources. Please contact your dealer

or us directly if you have any questions that this manual does not answer.

Also, now is a great time to go to our website and register your nova

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.

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- The team at Peachtree Audio

Introduction

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12V Trigger: Enables power on/off control of another product with a 12V trig-

ger input. Insert one end of a 1/8” cable into this port and connect the other

end to a 12V trigger input of the product to be controlled.

96K/192K Buttons: 

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Windows PC, you will need to install the included driver on the PC.

USB Digital Input





A to type B cable. These are commonly available for connecting printers to PCs.

OPT1 & OPT2 Digital Inputs: Accept digital audio input from a Toslink optical digital



audio sources including; disc players, cable boxes, Apple TVs, etc...

COAX Digital Input



sources such as disc players.

AUX Analog Input: Accepts line-level analog input from a tuner, cassette deck,

phono preamp or other type of analog source.

PRE OUT: Provides a variable stereo analog audio output for connection to an external



DC5V: Provides a 5 volt DC output for mobile device charging and future expansion.

Note: this is not

Speaker Terminals: High power output for connection to a pair of loudspeakers with

 or above. Marked + for positive and – for negative.

VOLTAGE SELECTOR: Changes the AC input voltage compatibility between 115V



fuse for the voltage chosen. **CAUTION** the improper setting may cause damage to

the unit.

AC Power Cord Attachment & Fuse: For connection to a compatible AC power

source using the included power cord. The fuse is user replaceable after disconnecting



questions regarding fuse replacement. **CAUTION** using an improper fuse value

may cause damage to the unit.

POWER On/Off switch: Connects and disconnects AC power to the unit.

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Standby Button: After plugging in the AC cord and switching the POWER

ON the back panel, this button toggles the unit between On mode which



USB Button

            

         

            

driver on the PC.

COAX Button: This selects the coaxial digital audio input and lights the button



OPT1 & 2 Buttons: These select the Optical 1 or Optical 2 digital audio

inputs and light the corresponding button blue. Note: these inputs are



AUX Button: This selects the analog audio input and lights the button blue.

Note: when using a turntable please be sure it has a built-in or connected

line-level signal into the unit.

IR Receiver Window: Allows the infrared commands from the remote to

control the unit. For best results please ensure an unobstructed line-of-sight

between the top side of the remote control (this is where the IR transmitter is



Tube Window: Displays the installed tube and lights blue when the tube is

engaged. Notes: when disengaged, the tube is completely removed from the

audio signal path. The amber back-lighting in the tube window will be present

whenever the product is on. The blue lighting indicates the engaged/disengaged

status of the tube buffer.

Volume Knob:: Rotate clockwise to increase and counter-clockwise to decrease

output level. Note: the volume knob is motorized and rotates when the volume

up or down buttons are pressed on the remote control. The knob also has a

dimple to more easily indicate the current setting from a distance.

Headphone Output: Accepts 1/4” headphone connections. Inserting a head-





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Front Panel

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Remote Control

STANDBY: After plugging in the AC cord and switching the POWER ON the

back panel, this button toggles the unit between On mode which lights the



amber.

VOLUME UP & DOWN Buttons: These increase and decrease the output

level. Note: the volume knob is motorized and rotates when these buttons

are pressed. The knob also has a dimple to more easily indicate the current

setting from a distance.

USB Input Button







the included driver on the PC.

COAX Button: This selects the

coaxial digital audio input and

lights the button blue. Note: the

COAX Input is capable of accepting



MUTE: This mutes and un-mutes

all of the audio outputs.

TUBE: This engages/disengages

the tube buffer in the 

section. Notes: when engaged

the tube window will light blue.

When disengaged, the tube is

completely removed from the

audio signal path. The amber

back lighting remains on regardless

of the setting.

AUX Button: This selects the

analog audio input and lights the

button blue. Note: when using a

turntable please be sure it has a

built-in or connected phono pre-

    line-level

signal into the unit.

OPT1 & OPT2 Buttons: These

select the Optical 1 or Optical 2

digital audio inputs and light the

corresponding front panel input

button blue. Note: these inputs are

capable of accepting digital audio

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*If you misplace the remote control while muted, you can un-mute the unit by cycling it

through standby mode.

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At Peachtree Audio we design our products with ease of operation as a top priority.











are also available from the support section of www.peachtreeaudio.com.

USB Connections

PC

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C



. You might



D Right click the speaker icon on the bottom of your screen.

E

F

G Click OK.

H Reminder: You must download the enclosed driver on your PC in order to



MAC

B

C 

D

one of the choices.

E

Launch iTunes and enjoy your music.

Once you set up your PC following the instructions above it should recognize the



have to repeat some of the steps above; this is not unusual.

Other useful tips...

For the best sound when listening to music from your PC, set your computer and

music program volume controls to their maximum and use the nova





or remote control volume +/- buttons to control overall system volume levels.

For critical listening to music from your PC, avoid having multiple programs open. It

can compromise the sound quality and even cause signal drop outs.

Provide adequate ventilation around the nova





   

music



www.peachtreeaudio.com

Interested in the Green Movement?

The nova





The nova



utilizes a standby mode that draws less than half a watt of power.

We will continue to explore more ways of making our products environmentally

friendly. Feel free to email us with any suggestions: [email protected].

Useful Tips and More...



The nova



will not

turn on.

Check to be sure that both the power switch on the back

panel and the standby switch on the front panel are on.

The front panel standby button should be blue. It is amber

when in standby.

The nova



turns on

but there is

no sound.





sure your digital source is on and playing. Be sure



desired input button is also lit blue. If the input button is

        

button on the remote control to disengage mute. Check to

be sure your cables are properly connected.

The remote control



Please check the batteries by removing the cover on

the back of the remote control. It is an infrared remote

control so it needs a relatively direct and clear line-of-sight

to the IR receiver window on the front panel. If everything

works, except for volume the +/- buttons, the volume

knob on the front panel knob may need to be loosened

and re-tightened using a 1.5mm hex wrench.

You intermittently

lose your signal on



First, try relaunching your music server program (iTunes,





  

connections sometimes drop out and you may periodically

lose a connection just as may with your printer or other

devices connected to your PC. You should not have this

problem often. We designed the nova



to remain locked



are still possible.

When you switch

from one source to

another you get a

loud “click” or “pop.”

Normally this is from static buildup, but it should not

occur consistently over a long period of time. Contact your

dealer or Peachtree Audio if this issue persists.



down but the lights

are still on.



an unusually large power surge or overheats due to

an electrical short on the speaker connections or

prolonged listening at very high volume levels. This is

the protection circuit. Turn down the volume and wait.



a safer operating temperature range.

You pick up hum

and noise on your

nova



from the

computer.

This can require some trial and error diagnostics. If you



the nova





with no noise, then the AC power connection to the PC

is introducing a ground loop into the system. This is not

uncommon. However, the nova



   

transformer coupled to minimize this problem. Contact

your dealer or Peachtree Audio if this issue persists.

Troubleshooting

10

International Warranty

The nova



has a 2 year Parts and Labor warranty from the date of purchase.



include nova





or distributors.

Peachtree Audio takes no responsibility for defects arising from accident, misuse,

abuse, unusual wear and tear, neglect, unauthorized adjustment or repair. This

warranty does not cover shipping costs. Visit www.peachtreeaudio.com for a copy

of the complete warranty.

Claims Under Warranty

In the unlikely event that you experience a failure with your product please



BEFORE shipping the product for service. Any product received without

an RA number may be refused. You may also wish to route your repair

through your dealer or distributor, which we encourage.

The unit should be packed in its original shipping carton and packaging

and returned to the dealer from whom it was purchased, or if unavailable,

directly to the service center as directed by Peachtree Audio.

         DO NOT SEND BY

POSTAL SERVICE. Peachtree Audio cannot accept responsibility for

products while they are in transit to the dealer, distributor, or service facility.

Please insure the product against potential loss or damage while in transit.





Peachtree Audio

2045 120th Avenue NE





www.peachtreeaudio.com

International Warranty and

Claims Under Warranty





11

nova



nova



nova

















Frequency Response



(AUX to PRE out)



















(AUX to HP out)

Output Impedance











Digital-to-Analog Converter

(COAX to PRE out)













AC Power Consumption

Maximum Power

Idle Power



Physical

















Fuse

115V



220 Watts/Channel



121dB

















11.0





105dB



125 Watts/Channel

200 Watts/Channel

110dB

1100W





25W



28W



17.0

7.7



10.5

21.4





12.1

T12.5AL,125v

or 250v,

Time Delay,

5x20mm



Time Delay,

5x20mm



or 250v,

Time Delay,

5x20mm



Time Delay,

5x20mm

T4AL, 125v

or 250v,

Time Delay,

5x20mm

T2AL, 250v,

Time Delay,

5x20mm







400mV

2.5V





100dB



1170mW

182mW





118db

4.1v









100dB

















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D

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT

REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE

PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN







électrique.









          



















         

connectés aux terminaux nécessitent une installation par une personne instruite ou



Mise au rebut adéquate de cet appareil. Les plaques signalétiques indiquent que

ce produit ne doit pas être jeté avec le reste des déchets ménagers, et

ce dans toute l'Union européenne. Pour prévenir les dommages éventuels



         

réutilisation durable des ressources matérielles. Pour rendre votre appareil usagé,



où le produit a été acheté. Ils peuvent emmener ce produit dans un lieu ou il sera



Déballage et garantie

Conserver tous les emballages en cas de retour du produit.





Vous pouvez enregistrer votre produit en ligne sur notre site internet

www.peachtreeaudio.com.

ATTENTION

RISQUE DE CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE

NE PAS OUVRIR

ATTENTION : POUR RÉDUIRE LE RISQUE D'ÉLECTROCUTION, NE PAS

RETIRER LE COUVERCLE (OU LE CAPOT ARRIÈRE).

L'APPAREIL NE CONTIENT AUCUNE PIÈCE SUSCEPTIBLE

D'ÊTRE RÉPARÉE PAR L'UTILISATEUR. TOUJOURS FAIRE

APPEL À UN TECHNICIEN AGRÉÉ EN CAS DE NÉCESSITÉ.

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